Red Sea Liveaboard September 2026
Egypt Liveaboard September 7th - 14th 2026.
Reefs & Wrecks Itinerary
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Egypt Liveaboard Diving – Reefs & Wrecks Itinerary
Red Sea Adventure on board the Ghazala Adventurer.
Overview
Dive into one of the most legendary underwater destinations in the world. The Reefs & Wrecks itinerary combines Egypt’s most iconic shipwrecks with vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. Perfect for divers who crave both history and biodiversity, this liveaboard journey takes you from the turquoise shallows of the Red Sea to the haunting, history rich steel giants resting below.
Highlights
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World-class wreck dives including the SS Thistlegorm – voted one of the best wrecks in the world.
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Pristine coral gardens at Ras Mohammed National Park.
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Diverse marine life from playful dolphins to graceful eagle rays.
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Crystal-clear visibility averaging 20–40 meters.
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All-inclusive comfort aboard a fully equipped dive yacht with spacious cabins, chef-prepared meals, and professional dive guides.
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Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Hurghada
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Meet your crew, settle into your cabin, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
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Safety briefing and overview of the week ahead.
Day 2 – Sha’ab El Erg & Gubal Island
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Check dive among colorful reefs at Sha’ab El Erg – a hotspot for dolphins.
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Afternoon drift dive along coral slopes rich in anthias and bannerfish.
Day 3 – Abu Nuhas Wrecks
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Explore Carnatic, Chrisoula K, and Giannis D – wrecks steeped in Red Sea history.
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Night dive among the sheltered reef to spot Spanish dancers and hunting lionfish.
Day 4 – SS Thistlegorm
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Two unforgettable dives on the SS Thistlegorm, a WWII cargo ship with trucks, motorbikes, and artifacts frozen in time.
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Optional night dive on a nearby reef.
Day 5 – Ras Mohammed National Park
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Shark & Yolanda Reefs – breathtaking wall dives with vibrant coral, swirling barracuda, and giant trevallies.
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Drift dives in some of the clearest waters of the Red Sea.
Day 6 – Strait of Gubal & Small Crack
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Stunning reef channels and swim-throughs.
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Possibility of spotting reef sharks and eagle rays.
Day 7 – Sha’ab El Erg or Umm Gamar
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Final relaxed reef dives before returning to port.
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Farewell sunset on deck.
Day 8 – Disembarkation
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Breakfast and transfer to the airport or onward travel.
What’s Included
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Return flights from Gatwick
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7 nights aboard a modern liveaboard vessel (shared cabin).
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Full board (three meals a day + snacks). Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks.
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Tanks, weights, Nitrox and dive guide services.
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Airport transfers.
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Port Fees and Marine Park Fees.
Not Included
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UK airport transfers
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Alcoholic beverages.
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Equipment rental (available on request).
Experience Level
This itinerary is best suited for Advanced Open Water Divers or equivalent, with at least 30 logged dives and the Nitrox Speciality. Strong currents and deeper wrecks make it an exciting challenge for experienced divers.
To make sure you are going to get the best out of your experience, we will be offering those booked onto this trip of a lifetime a whopping 25% discount on the Advanced Open Water and Nitrox courses, so that you are good and ready for your trip.
Why Choose This Trip?
In the company of the friendly SDL team, you’ll get the perfect blend of history, adventure, and natural beauty, all in one week. Between dives, relax on the sundeck, enjoy gourmet meals, and soak in the warm Red Sea breeze. Whether you’re photographing WWII relics or drifting along technicolour reefs, this trip will stay with you forever.
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Terms and Conditions.
Agency status
- BCL Services Ltd t/a Sussex Diving & Leisure (agent) are acting as booking agents for ScubaTravel.com (principal), who are ATOL bonded (ATOL number is 5667), meaning your holiday payments are protected.
- Once the deposit is paid, your holiday contract is between you and ScubaTravel.com.
- Special offers relating to the Advanced Open Water, Nitrox Specialities and equipment rental are being supplied by Sussex Diving & Leisure and are subject to separate conditions below.
Booking & Payment
- No places are reserved until the deposit of £250 is paid in full (further payment of £250 required by 31/10/25).
- The deposit should be paid to BCL Services Ltd t/a Sussex Diving & Leisure, who will make the initial contact with ScubaTravel.com, making sure you are allocated one of our special-priced places and added to the WhatsApp group with other booked divers from our group. ScubaTravel.com will confirm receipt of your deposit within 48 hours.
- SDL may receive a commission from the principal for introducing our divers as part of a discounted group booking.
- Club members are not subject to a booking fee, non-members are subject to a booking fee of £75 payable to SDL as part of the initial deposit.
- Further payments after the deposit should be made directly to ScubaTravel.com, details will be supplied in your welcome email, but we understand monthly payments can be made.
- The remaining balance can be paid in instalments but must be paid in full 90 days before departure.
- Reduced-price courses and equipment rental will be available for purchase following the balance payment.
Responsability & Liability
- The principal is responsible for providing the holiday and ensuring its proper performance.
- The Agent is responsible for:-
- Collecting the initial deposit and passing it on to the principal in full.
- Promoting and selling the principal's travel services.
- Advising the customer on passports, visas, health requirements, and insurance.
- The agent is not liable for any losses or damages incurred due to the principal's failure to provide the holiday or meet its obligations.
Booking changes and cancellations.
- Deposits are non-returnable
- Any changes to your holiday should be negotiated between the customer and ScubaTravel.com
- The agent reserves the right to ask the principal to change the boat and dates (within 3 weeks either way), allowing for a bigger group of our divers; such changes will be finalised no later than the end of September 2025.
Discounted Courses & Equipment rental.
- There is no cash or alternative to the offers below.
- Discounted courses supplied by the Agent will become available only when the full holiday balance has been paid to the principal. Full price and discounted prices are as follows:-
- Advanced Open Water - normal price £425 discounted to £318.75
- PADI Nitrox Speciality Course - Normal Price £200 discounted to £150
- Rental equipment if hired onboard £192 our price £144
- Rental equipment is supplied by the agent in the UK and is carried as part of your baggage allowance.
- Rental equipment consists of:-
- BCD (weight-integrated X-deep wing).
- SEAC regulators.
- SEAC computer (either wrist-worn or integrated into reg console).
- Fins
- Discount on personal diving equipment. Once the holiday balance has been paid in full, personal diving equipment at trade + 5% will be made available, but this is limited to Mask, snorkel, boots & wetsuit supplied by SEAC or Typhoon.